When it comes to getting your Gold out of some banks,it appears some people have a hard time doing so http://www.businessinsider.com/jim-rickards-take-gold-out-of-the-bank-2010-12 GM
I liked the quote below " The risk isn't unfeasible. Gold is already treated as a paper asset, sold in futures, options and ETFs. All you need is a government order and "gold" becomes something that isn't to be backed by real gold. At which point you'd be wise to have real gold in a treasure chest at home. " Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/jim-rickards-take-gold-out-of-the-bank-2010-12#ixzz1NJlzWyFH